In the wake of social media outrage over reports that a dog died on one of its flights Monday night after being put in an overhead bin, United Airlines acknowledged in a statement that a “tragic accident” had occurred.
“Pets should never be placed in the overhead bin,” the airline said in reply Tuesday to CNN’s request for comment about reports of the dog’s death. “We assume full responsibility for this tragedy and express our deepest condolences to the family and are committed to supporting them. We are thoroughly investigating what occurred to prevent this from ever happening again.”
United allows pets in the cabin when they are transported in kennels that can fit under the seat.
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